WontonNoodle

You have money to bet sports but couldnt pay for basic cable?

To all of those that took a short time in their lives to comfort my tormented mind(horrible losing streaks that never end), I am grateful.  Just yesterday when I was about to reload my account, I instead look to cover for help. It was because of this thread that I was able to refrained another deposit. Each times that I deposited money into my account, I asked myself what was it that made me gamble? It wasn’t about trying to win back my losses(impossible), but the Thrill and emotional roller coaster ride of winning money. It makes me feel so damn good.  I will quit this horrible habit. It prevents me from achieving my dream of owning a home. Good luck to all. My ride with gambling is at its final destination. 

@MemyselfI

 Thanks for your humbling advice and kind words. Happy holidays.

@footballbet1

 How is losing $20K over many years so hard to believe? I didnt say I lost it over the weekends.  My income at my company is $70k. I also work on the weekends(if available)

@demoman

 i will do that. I will call to close my accts.??

@CarterSECpicks

 I dont think they will accept. My credit will plummet and I wont be able to get a house.  I have plans for a brighter future. I just want to stop the urge to gambling so I can save a bit of money.

It is my overall losses to the books over the years of me picking up this bad sports betting habit.

@CarterSECpicks

 Filing for bankruptcy is not an option for me my brother. I plan to be able to get a house loan in the future. You are right, 20k is not much but i live in the bay area. Rent and foods and every other bills take most of my income away.

@Wildbetsmn

 I’ve been in your shoes many times. I wish you can stop this bad habit, too.

@SunnySideUp101

 I do have jobs. Working full time for a company and side-show in construction work.

@footballbet1

 Attention from complete strangers? I know no one and no one knows me on here. What do I gain from this post. 

@nattyorange

 Thank you for your advice and kind words.

Am really fighting hard to refrain myself from reloading today since I have nothing to do. Off from work for the holidays.

Serious as a heart attack. I use online books. I reload with my cards. Money is gone. Debt is in my name. 

In debt for 20LARGE but still won’t stop. Really depressed!! What can I do to stop this madness? Constructive advices are appreciated.